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Joby Aviation Acquires Xwing’s Autonomy Division in Bold Move Towards Autonomous Flight
Joby Positions Itself at the Forefront of Aviation Autonomy In a significant development for the future of air travel, Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) has announced the acquisition of the autonomy division of Xwing Inc., a leader in autonomous aviation technology.…
US and Singapore Team Up on Counter-Drone and Electronic Warfare Tech
Defense Innovation Unit and Singapore Agree to Collaborate on Adopting Dual-Use Technology The United States and Singapore have agreed to work together more closely on defense innovation, as part of the Pentagon’s broader effort to partner with Indo-Pacific countries. Doug…
China Sought Drone-Jamming Equipment for Russian Buyers Amid Ukraine War
Procurement Notice Raises Concerns Over China’s Sale of Dual-Use Goods to Moscow A Chinese trade body sought to buy drone-jamming equipment for Russian buyers last month, highlighting the close ties between the two countries. This comes amid concerns in Europe…
Drones and AI: The Future of Demining
How Drones and AI are Revolutionizing Landmine Detection Landmines and unexploded ordnance contaminate about a third of Ukraine, an area the size of Florida. This dangerous reality underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions. Enter Gabriel Steinberg and Jasper Baur,…
Skydio X10D Drone Earns Top DoD Clearance for Blue sUAS List
Skydio X10D, the latest in autonomous drone technology, has achieved the highest Department of Defense (DoD) clearance, earning a spot on the Blue sUAS Cleared List. This significant milestone, announced by Skydio, highlights the X10D’s exceptional security and operational capabilities,…
Amazon Prime Air Drones Soar Farther with FAA Approval
Amazon’s Prime Air delivery drones are set to fly farther than ever before, thanks to a recent approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The agency has granted Amazon permission to operate package delivery drones beyond visual line of sight…
Chinese Grad Student Charged with Espionage for Drone Photos of US Navy Shipyards
In an unprecedented case, the US Department of Justice has charged a Chinese national, Fengyun Shi, with using a drone to photograph classified nuclear submarine shipyards in Virginia. Wired reports that this marks the first known application of a World…
DJI Releases New Firmware Update for Mini 3 Drone
According to a recent post on the DJI Forum, DJI has released a new firmware update for their popular Mini 3 drone. The update, released on May 28, 2024, brings several improvements and fixes to the aircraft. Firmware Details The…
Drone Flying Over People Just Got Easier
If you own one of these drones, with a little bit of work, you will soon be able to fly over people. Yes, it’s going to require some paperwork, but the FAA just made it a lot easier. I’ll explain…
Army Embraces Drones: Units Experiment with Unmanned Systems
Army Leaders Push for More Drones According to a recent Defense One article, the U.S. Army is increasingly integrating drones and other unmanned systems into its units. From division to division, soldiers are learning to operate a growing array of…
Drones Take Over Warfare: Important Lessons from Ukraine
Drones Dominate the Battlefield The Russian invasion of Ukraine has showcased the crucial role drones play in modern warfare. As other countries scramble to catch up, it’s essential to understand the realities of these “high-tech” tools of war, explains the…
Ensuring Anzu Raptor’s Security: White Knight Labs’ Successful Penetration Test
Aloft partnered with Anzu Robotics and White Knight Labs to ensure the security of the Anzu Raptor drone. A comprehensive penetration test confirmed that customer data is encrypted and only communicated to Aloft servers. Robust Security Measures in Place Aloft,…